Downtown Mitchell
First United Methodist Church
310 N Rowley
Mitchell SD 57301
Sharing the love of Jesus
from the heart of Downtown
wifi password: L&ve1234
VERSE FOR REFLECTION: Philippians 2:12-13
“Therefore, my loved ones, just as you always obey me, not just when I am present but now even more while I am away, carry out your own salvation with fear and trembling. God is the one who enables you both to want and to actually live out his good purposes.”
IN OUR PRAYERS
The Myers family with the loss of Seth
The Wieczorek family with the loss of Donna
The Michele Rumbolz family with the loss of her mother Bonny
Wayne Huber
David Lambert
Liz Feldman
Stephani Scheurenbrand
Julie Fritzemeier
John Dolejsi
Laura Barta Lindquist
Jason & Laurie Kor/Hank & Bonnie
For all farmers and ag workers as the spring field work gets underway.
THANK YOU
Ray and Barb would like to thank everyone for their prayers during Ray’s recovery. He is back home now, and we are grateful for that and for your continued prayers. Ray and Barb Lapka.
ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers are given in memory of Seth Myers.
RADIO BROADCAST (KORN 1490 AM, or 101.3 FM 10 AM)
Is given anonymously.
LIVESTREAM
Is given by Dave & JoAnn Doering.
OUR WORSHIP OPTIONS ARE:
~ In person each Sunday at 10:00 am
~ Mitchell Telecom channel 110 at 10:00 am
~A link to our livestream is provided on our Facebook page for Sunday Worship: @MitchellsDowntownChurch
~ Radio Broadcast on KORN1490 AM & 101.3 FM at 10:00 am, Sunday
~ Livestream on our website (www.downtownfirstumc.com) live at 10:00 am on Sundays or at any time.
MISSION OF THE MONTH
Abbott House
For over 80 years, Abbott House has devoted their work to providing transformative therapeutic support services for the betterment of youth across the state of South Dakota.
MAY “ONE THING”
Our May “One Thing” is the 2023 Bishop’s Miracle Offering “Road of Hope”. In response to the increasing numbers of death by suicide, ideation of suicide, and attempts among our youth in North and South Dakota, and the mental health crisis in our nation, the Miracle Offering recipients are: The Helpline of South Dakota and FirstLink of North Dakota. Offerings from all UM Churches in the Dakotas Conference, will be collected during the annual conference in June. Our Church’s goal is to give $1,000. Thank you for your generosity toward the much-needed cause.
5TH GRADE BRIDGING CELEBRATION
Today, Sunday, April 30th our 5th graders will complete their faith step of transitioning from grade school into our youth group.
CONFIRMATION SUNDAY
Confirmation Sunday will be Sunday, May 7th. There will be practice for the confirmands on Saturday, May 6th at 1:30. Pastor Keith and Jennifer are asking that the confirmands are here with at least one parent.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR RECOGNITION
High School Seniors will be recognized on Sunday, May 14th. Please submit your senior’s photo and information sheet to tonya@downtownfirstumc.com by May 1st if you would like your child included.
2023 FIRST QUARTER CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS
Statements were mailed out earlier in the week. If you did not receive yours in the mail, please call the office at 605-996-7721. Again, we apologize for our delay and thank you for your understanding.
YOUTH GROUP
Our last Wednesday night youth group will be Wednesday, May 10th. Watch for more information that will be coming out soon.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Our last day of Sunday School will be Sunday, May 7th. Watch for information on VBS coming out soon.
GRIEF SHARE SESSIONS
Anyone experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one are welcome to join a six-week session beginning April 30th 6:00-8:30PM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. For more information contact Jan Quenzer at 770-9316
DEAR YOUNGER ME…
Pastor Keith is starting work on a summer sermon series that will be called “Dear Younger Me…” You can be a part of this message series by sharing a brief phrase, statement or learning that has shaped your life today, that you wish you could have learned/known when you were younger. A table will be set up in the hallway to the chapel where you can write down the phrase or saying on a piece of tagboard. We’d love to get some pictures of people with their saying. You can also email or message Pastor Keith or Tonya with your saying or wisdom.
HOLY LAND JOURNEY
Hank Kor is hosting a trip to the Holy Land September 11th-21st 2023. The cost will be approximately $4100 without travel insurance. Brochures are located at the Connection Center or if you would like more information, you can email Hank at hankkor46@gmail.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS – 2023
Sun., May 7th Confirmation/ Last Day of Sunday School
Thurs., May 11th, Love Feast
Sun., May 14th Senior Recognition & Mother’s Day
Sun., May 21st Mitchell High School Graduation
Thurs., May 25th, Love Feast
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
SUNDAY
9:00 AM Adult Bible Study
9:00 AM Sunday School
10:00 AM Worship
12 NOON Hispanic Church
MONDAY
6:00 PM DWU Vocal Recital
7:00 PM Troop 75
TUESDAY
9:30 AM Staff Meeting
4:30 PM TOPS
WEDNESDAY
3:00 PM DWU Recital Practice
6:00 PM DWU Recital
6:00 PM Overflow
7:00 PM Youth Group
THURSDAY NO EVENTS SCHEDULED
FRIDAY
8:00 AM Gale Goehring Piano Guild
SATURDAY
8:00 AM Gale Goehring Piano Guild
1:30 PM Confirmation Practice
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Music- Nancy Nelson
Scripture Reader- Paul Mah
Servant- Rich Stedman
HYMN SING: O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing 57 UMH
PRELUDE:
GREETING:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
L: Now is the moment of grace.
P: This is the hour of blessing.
L: Today is the day of salvation.
P: Here is the path to new life.
L: Already joy is abounding,
P: And love is flowing in this place.
L: For this is the day God is making!
P: Let us rejoice and be glad in it!!
OPENING SONG: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee Vs. 1,2,3 89 UMH
CENTERING PRAYER:
CHILDREN’S MOMENT & BRIDGING CEREMONY:
He is the King of Kings
TIME OF PRAYER:
Silent Reflection~ Pastor’s Prayer~ The Lord’s Prayer
(I will be alternating between the Traditional and an Alternate that is more contemporary in wording)
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come; they will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen
SCRIPTURE: I Samuel 3:1-10, I Samuel 16:4-13, Psalm 19:1-4
MESSAGE: Faith Steps: God’s “Lurking” Grace
SONG: Because He Lives Vs. 1,2,3 364 UMH
SHARING OUR GIFTS:
RECEIVING OUR OFFERING:
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SENDING SONG: Shine, Jesus, Shine Vs. 1,2,3 2173 TFWS
BENEDICTION:
POSTLUDE: